For over twenty years, Vindicate Law has been representing clients in the Washington area. Our team understands the seriousness of our clients’ cases, and we dedicate our time to defending a variety of crimes, including theft. Being charged with these types of crimes can have serious repercussions, but we proudly promise to fight for the justice that our clients deserve. The most important first step in properly defending your case is to get started with a theft defense attorney at Vindicate Law today.

What Is Considered Theft?

Our team of theft defense lawyers strives to always be on the same page as our clients. To get down to the basics, according to the Washington State Legislature, the definition of theft is to wrongfully obtain or exert unauthorized control over the property or services of another or the value thereof, with intent to deprive him or her of such property services.

Classifications of Theft

The severity of the punishment depends on the value of the item stolen. Our team of grand theft lawyers and burglary attorneys know that the repercussions of stolen items such as motor vehicles or firearms are not necessarily determined by their value.

  • Theft in the First Degree is considered a Class B Felony. The value of the item stolen must exceed $5,000 and the maximum jail time is 10 years with a maximum fine being up to $20,000.
  • Theft in the Second Degree is considered a Class C Felony. The value of the item must be more than $750 but no more than $5,000. The maximum jail time is 5 years and the maximum fine is $10,000.
  • In the state of Washington, theft in the Third Degree is categorized as a gross Misdemeanor. The value of the item must not exceed $750. The maximum jail time is 1 year, and the maximum fine is $5,000.

Get Back on Track with Vindicate Law

Vindicate Law understands that the severity of punishment differs depending on the item stolen, but our theft defense attorneys promise to treat each case with the same amount of work and attention. Theft charges can have a profound effect on your life, and Vindicate Law realizes the stress of having to figure out a theft charge on your own. Our theft defense lawyers range from burglary attorneys to grand theft lawyers, and we strive to exceed all of our clients’ expectations.

Are you facing a shoplifting or theft charge? These types of charges can have a dramatic and lasting impact on your family life, finances, social interactions, and freedom. Our attorneys promise to fight for you and help you get started on the path to getting your life back. We’ll guide you through the court processes that lie ahead of you and give you the assistance you need for the best possible outcome.

If you live in the Tacoma, Lakewood or Seattle, Washington area and need a lawyer for your theft case, contact us today for your confidential case evaluation, or call (888) 212-4824